Manchester City are having a tough time breaking down a stubborn Middlesbrough defence at the Riverside.
Pep Guardiola’s side are in dire need of three points today in order to cement their place in the top four. Manchester rivals United were held to a 1-1 draw by Swansea City earlier this afternoon, and with Arsenal facing in-form Tottenham later today – today provides a great opportunity for City to get into the driving seat in the race for top four.
However, Boro have ambitions of their own. If they are to remain in the Premier League, and avoid joining Sunderland in being relegated to the Championship, they need a result today. They are playing for their top-division status, and City are struggling against their resolve.
The City faithful are growing frustrated, with Jesus Navas and Gael Clichy feeling the full wrath of their supporters on Twitter. Here’s how City fans have reacted to a frustrating first-half at the Riverside: